Westlake was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell just short of the Bishop Diego Cardinals by a score of 31-28. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 337th, while the Cardinals are ranked 125th).
When it comes to explaining why Westlake lost, don't look at Demanie Bell. Despite the final result, he rushed for 140 yards and three touchdowns. Bell got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run and that went for an incredible 73 yards.
Westlake's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Julian Ramirez and Charles Davis.
Oscar Anoai Mauia had a dynamite game for Bishop Diego, rushing for 140 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.4 yards per carry. Jaison Lotu was in the mix too, providing Bishop Diego with a touchdowns.
Westlake's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Bishop Diego, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Westlake will face off against Paraclete at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bishop Diego, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Northgate at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Bishop Diego knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three contests -- so hopefully Northgate likes a good challenge.
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